Women’s Health

Throughout our lives, we are constantly under the influence of our hormones. Hormones help to regulate the body, acting as a messenger system that tells different parts of your body what to do. They influence everything from reproduction to growth, and when hormone levels are normal and working as intended, you will feel normal, too. […]

We all know how unpleasant—and practically unavoidable—it can be to feel an overwhelming sense of stress in our lives. Unfortunately, the effects don’t just stop at our emotions; they can take a toll on our bodies and our libido as well. However, keeping yourself informed may be the key to fighting back and reducing the

There’s no denying the debate regarding vaginal rejuvenation and labiaplasty is alive and well.  For some, the mere thought of a woman pursuing a procedure that improves the appearance of their intimate parts is mind-blowing.  For others, it’s a perfectly reasonable quest. Naturally, we at Women’s Wellness Institute of Dallas are proponents of such procedures as they are

As we become more health-conscious as a society, au naturale is taking the lead.  From the food we eat to the products we use and more, our culture is making the shift toward much smarter, health-promoting decisions.  According to some new information in the medical community, this shift is exactly what we need.  Better late

Whether from our doctor or even the covers of magazines, we’ve all been told about the immense health benefits that eating a healthful diet can add to our lives. Increased energy, reduced medical issues, and even the slimming effects of eating healthier can improve your physical condition. Not only that, but when your body looks and

The short answer is yes, but to a limited extent. What we put into our bodies when we eat affects the hormones that our body produces, though our diet is far away from being the sole determining factor in issues of hormonal imbalance. That being said, eating a healthy diet can help regulate your hormones,

Nutrition. For a word we learn so young, it’s a very complicated word—because your body is the combination of very complex systems. And while humans may have landed men on the moon and seen the depths of the ocean, nutrition still remains a mysterious frontier. Studies are revealing intriguing new discoveries every year that link

As many of you have read, Angelina Jolie recently underwent a prophylactic double mastectomy following a positive test for the BRCA 1 gene. Her public announcement almost single-handedly brought global awareness to the BRCA 1 gene and opened a dialogue among women and their physicians regarding their own breast health.  Our practice has received numerous inquiries on the subject –

Whether you’ve had children or not, most women are aware of the changes that occur in the female body following pregnancy.  While the emphasis in society is usually on “getting that pre-baby figure back” (coupled with daunting images and seemingly impossible standards to meet), there are several other considerable issues women face in terms of

Ladies, fasten your seat belts.  We’re going to have a chat about the “S” word – and some of the discussion points may pleasantly surprise you! When you think of midlife (and beyond) sex, what’s your first reaction?  Would it shock you to learn that the women in the 40-65 age group (and even upwards

Whether you’re making your New Year’s resolutions or simply sick and tired of the cost and health risks associated with smoking, making a plan to quit smoking is one of the best gifts you could ever give yourself.  That said, we know what a challenge it can be to ditch the habit.  One of the

It’s a new year and as usual, we’re all reflecting on the previous year’s adventures and what we’re looking forward to in the upcoming future.  For many, setting a few resolutions for self-improvement is a top priority.  More specifically, we all tend to take a closer look at our goals to be a healthier version